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Three reasons why Bhuvneshwar Kumar will miss the 2027 ODI World Cup
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News18•07-10-2026, 10:23
Three reasons why Bhuvneshwar Kumar will miss the 2027 ODI World Cup
- •At 37 years of age, Bhuvneshwar Kumar faces direct competition for selection from younger pacers like Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, and Gurnoor Brar.
- •Having played only three months of cricket a year recently, it remains a major question whether his body can handle the rigors of bowling 10-over spells in ODIs.
- •His poor record in South Africa, where the 2027 ODI World Cup will be hosted, makes his selection heavily unlikely.
Key Questions Answered
Bhuvneshwar Kumar faces challenges for the 2027 ODI World Cup due to being 37 years old, lacking recent international ODI match experience after four years away from the format, and having an unfavorable record in South Africa, where the tournament will be held.
India will play five T20 Internationals in New Zealand from October 22 to November 1, with matches in Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, and Hamilton, followed by five ODIs and two Tests.
Bowling coach Morne Morkel stated that fast bowlers like Prasidh Krishna and Gurnoor Brar, along with Harshit Rana, are being given consistent opportunities in various roles to prepare for the 2027 World Cup.
